The map to the left, which I got from The Washington Post, pretty much says it all: yesterday was a bloodbath. While the map only shows the gubernatorial race, the other two statewide races maps don't look much different. The added loss of a net of six House of Delegates seats is a bitter pill. … Continue reading A bloodbath
Author: Vivian J. Paige
A former candidate, I've learned a lot about politics, both good and bad. I'd prefer more of the former and a lot less of the latter and I'm trying to do my part!
Congratulations and condolences
The margin was greater than I expected, the result being the loss the number of House seats at the top of the range I anticipated. My congratulations to Gov-elect Bo McDonnell, LG Bill Bolling, and AG-elect Ken Cuccinelli. My condolences to Creigh Deeds, Jody Wagner and Steve Shannon. Congratulations to new Democratic House members Luke … Continue reading Congratulations and condolences
Vote today
The polls are open from 6am to 7pm. If you are unsure of your voting place, you can check it here. Unlike prior elections, I will be casting my ballot at the polls today. I will be voting for the people who most closely represent my best interests, even though there are issues on which … Continue reading Vote today
32% increase in health insurance premiums
Just opened up my premium increase notice from Anthem. Mind you, I've got a sizable deductible with a health savings account. With virtually no costs to my insurance company this year (heck - I've not met my deductible yet - only $803 out of pocket), I'm facing a 32% increase in my premium. I saw … Continue reading 32% increase in health insurance premiums
New governor to face at least $1bil shortfall
While the conversation in this gubernatorial election has been focused on transportation and social issues, little attention has been paid to the looming budget deficit that the new governor is likely to face. According to a Virginian-Pilot article today, the budget deficit is expected to be $1 billion - and could be as high as … Continue reading New governor to face at least $1bil shortfall
For the Redskins fans among us
In honor of the Redskins' bye week (wait for the image to change) The original pdf is here. h/t to Maria for emailing it to me.
Norfolk Commissioner taken to task by Treasurer
The front page, below the fold story in Saturday's Virginian-Pilot is a classic example of the inside baseball that Norfolk politics has become. Here we have two ticketmates - the Democratic candidates for Commissioner of the Revenue and Treasurer - engaging in what amounts to a he said/she said argument. At the end of the … Continue reading Norfolk Commissioner taken to task by Treasurer
VA Beach Sheriff’s Candidates
Recently, the two candidates for sheriff in Virginia Beach were interviewed on WAVY TV 10. Go John Bell!
Villanueva: “I need your vote … in New Jersey!”
Ron Villanueva wants the residents of District 21 to vote for him - in New Jersey! (click to enlarge) Ha! And no, I didn't make this up. You can see it for yourself here. (UPDATE: Not any more. The state info has been corrected on the website at that link.) To voters in the Virginia … Continue reading Villanueva: “I need your vote … in New Jersey!”
“Mr. Cuccinelli’s bigotry”
So says The Washington Post editorial board. Putting aside what Mr. Cuccinelli has to say about homosexuals when he's not trying so hard to be polite, let's call his comments what they are: bigotry. Bigotry is as pernicious today, applied to homosexuals, as it was a century ago or less, when immigrants and minorities were … Continue reading “Mr. Cuccinelli’s bigotry”
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